2000 Opel Astra Club review from UK and Ireland
"Good handling, comfortable, quiet and economical"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Hazard warning lights won't work.
Intermittent fault with odometer/trip- keeps disappearing?
Power steering very heavy sometimes just after start up.
Reverse gear sometimes very difficult to select when engine is cold.
General comments?
Generally, this car seems reliable and fairly economical, to run.
I note other reviewers comments on windows fogging up, and being difficult to keep clear. I have this problem too, but I am reliably informed that changing the pollen filter will definitely alleviate this problem, (supposed to be changed annually, but never are!)
Engine seems powerful enough, and quiet too, but I was staggered to find out the cost of a timing belt kit..€200, plus another €65 (€265 = £190 approx.) to have it fitted... so if you're buying second hand, I suggest you get it checked and build it in as part of your budget!.
I will reserve judgment on the electrics, but at this stage the look as though they could be a little troublesome.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| Model year | 2000 |
| Year of manufacture | 2000 |
| First year of ownership | 2005 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2005 |
| Engine and transmission | 1.4 -16v Manual |
| Performance marks | 7 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 6 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 7 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 7 / 10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 7 / 10 |
| Overall marks (average of all marks) | |
| Distance when acquired | 75000 miles |
| Most recent distance | 77000 miles |
| Previous car | Ford Mondeo |
| Date of Entry | 12th February, 2005 |